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Rihiveli Faru

3.4 — based on 13 community signals
4.3 12 especies 30 colaboradores

Rihiveli Faru is a productive reef in the Maldives open year-round for diving, with 12 recorded species and active community video documentation.

⭐ Best for beginners.

updated 4 months ago
Dificultad
Principiante
BleachingRiskPhotoFriendlyShore entry

De un vistazo

Actividad
dive
Dificultad
beginner
Mejores meses
Todo el año
Vida marina
Tortuga carey

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Condiciones hoy

Condiciones

Open-Meteo
Viento
10.2 kn
Olas
0.66 m
Agua
29.6°C
N E S W
Wind direction (7d)
Primary: WSW (51%)
Now: W (266°)
Marea (7 días)
amplitud: 0.68m

Próxima: Alta a las 05:00 (+0.56m)

+0.8 m+0.1 m
▲ 05:00 · +0.56m ▼ 10:00 · +0.37m ▲ 15:00 · +0.49m ▼ 22:00 · +0.13m
Sáb 19Dom 20Lun 21Mar 22Mié 23Jue 24Vie 25
UV9.25 · very high Aire PM2.54 · good 05:56 18:03
Día Viento Olas UV Lluvia
09-19 11.9 0.76 9 0mm
09-20 14.5 0.86 9 7mm
09-21 14.2 0.9 9 5mm
09-22 14.7 0.84 9 4mm
09-23 13.6 0.9 8 2mm
09-24 17.3 0.94 7 12mm
09-25 15 0.94 9 11mm
⚠ Coral bleaching: Watch — favorable conditions
DHW: 2.1°C-weeks · NOAA Coral Reef Watch

About this spot

Rihiveli Faru sits in the Maldives' warm waters and draws divers looking for reef exploration without MPA restrictions. The site has logged 12 species observations, building a solid baseline for marine life encounters. Three community videos document dives here, offering real-world views of conditions and wildlife. The faru—a local reef structure—typically supports healthy coral ecosystems and diverse fish activity. Current coral bleaching trends warrant attention; conditions shift seasonally, so checking recent reports before booking is smart. The site operates year-round, giving you flexibility to plan around your schedule rather than narrow windows. Whether you're scouting new territory or returning to a familiar dive, Rihiveli Faru offers consistent reef access in one of the world's premier diving regions.

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Mejores meses

Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec

Vida marina

Tortuga carey

Tipos de buceo

Arrecife

Esenciales del viaje

Todo lo que necesitas antes de hacer la maleta — checklist, sol, logística.

Trip checklist

  • 🛂 Visa-free or visa-on-arrival
  • 📜 C-card + dive insurance (DAN)
  • 📔 Dive logbook
  • 🧴 Reef-safe sunscreen SPF 50+
  • 🔌 Plug type D/G/J/K/L · 230V adapter
  • 💊 Seasickness meds + ear drops
  • 📱 Offline maps + emergency contact

Quick facts

  • 🌓 Moon First quarter · 47%
  • GPS
Información de sostenibilidad
🌍 CO2 footprint MAD ↔ 8629km · ~1985kg · €36

Desde tu país de salida

Estados Unidos
Puntuación de origen: 54/100
  • Visado: Visado a la llegada · 30 días máx.
  • Vuelo: 11h · directo
  • Jet-lag: 10h este · 7 días de recuperación

Preguntas frecuentes

When is the best time to dive Rihiveli Faru?

The site is accessible year-round. Dive conditions and marine life activity vary seasonally, so check recent dive reports and coral health updates before booking to match your preferences.

What depth and difficulty level is Rihiveli Faru?

Specific depth and difficulty ratings are not documented for this site. Contact local dive operators in the Maldives for current conditions and recommendations tailored to your training level.

What marine life will I see at Rihiveli Faru?

Twelve species have been recorded at Rihiveli Faru. Community videos document actual sightings. Local dive guides can brief you on current wildlife activity and seasonal visitors.

Do I need permits or MPA authorization to dive Rihiveli Faru?

Rihiveli Faru is not inside a Marine Protected Area, so no special MPA permit is required. Standard Maldives entry and dive operation regulations apply—confirm requirements with your resort or operator.

Operadores cerca de este spot

Centros de buceo, escuelas de kite y surf en un radio de 10 km, desde OpenStreetMap.

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See this spot in action

YouTube videos — click to play.

Maldives Wreck Diving South Male' Atoll Kuda Giri Wreck/Rihiveli Wreck

Hafil Hassan

South Atoll Maldives snorkeling, diving.

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Maldives 4 Atolls | Day 4 (16.3.26) Dive 10/18 : Southwest Ari Atoll @ Mirihi Faru

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wind peaks May-Oct-Aug, calmest Nov-Apr-Mar, dry Jan-Jun.

Clima mensual de 5 años

60 muestras
0 5 10 15 20 25 JFMAMJJASOND
rango p25–p75 Mediana Viento (nudos) Aire (°C)
Visibility (month-by-month)
Best: Mar (100/100) Worst: Jan (0/100) Now: Sep (92/100) NOAA MODIS Aqua · 5y mean

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